Fascinating Germany with Prague

Itinerary:

Arrival at Frankfurt airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure. Overnight in Frankfurt.

Day 2
:
Frankfurt - Rüdesheim - St. Goar - Frankfurt

After breakfast we travel to Rüdesheim. Short tour of the city‘s historic center. Next weboard a ship and sail along the most picturesque stretch of the Rhine: the Lorelei valley. During the cruise we enjoy a wine tasting. We disembark in St. Goar and return to Frankfurt. Overnight in Frankfurt (B)

Day 3
:
Frankfurt - Heidelberg - Baden-Baden - Freiburg

In the morning you travel to Heidelberg to visit the famous castle, followed by a tour ofthe historic city center. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelbergis Germany’s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. We travel to Baden- Baden, the former summer residence of the European nobility and worldwide known for its thermal baths. Then continue the tour to lovely Freiburg, famous for its beautiful church tower. Overnight in Freiburg (B)

Day 4
:
Freiburg - Colmar - Strasbourg - Freiburg

The Rhine River forms the natural border between Germany and France. After crossing the river we arrive in Colmar. This city is known for its outstanding wines and architectural heritage that reflect the long history of this region and the German andFrench influences. Enjoy a typical Alsatian Lunch. After that we continue to Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace. Sightseeing tour of the city. Being the base of several European institutions, Strasbourg is also a symbolic capital of Europe. In the afternoonwe return to Freiburg. Overnight in Freiburg (B)

Day 5
:
Freiburg - Lindau - Füssen

After breakfast we drive to the Black Forest and enjoy a short presentation on the cuckoo clock production. We continue to a small traditional Black Forest farm where we have a cheese tasting and you see the real Black Forest. After that we continue the tour to the small island of Lindau in Lake Constance, which offers spectacular views of the Alps. Depending on weather conditions, we will take the Alpine road from Lindau to Oberstaufen and Immenstadt to our final destination Füssen, the southernmostpoint on our tour of Romantic Germany. Overnight in Füssen (B)

We start the day with a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle, built by Ludwig II, the notorious “Mad King“. At midday, we travel to Oberammergau, famous for its Passion Play and lovely crafts.Along the way, we visit the Wieskirche Church and take a brief stop at the Ettal Benedictine Abbey before continuing the tour to visit Linderhof Castle. This is one of the three castles built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one where the king actually lived for a significant amount of time. Return and overnight in Füsse (B). **.

Day 7
:
Füssen - Munich

In the morning we travel to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. We visit the city’s main attractions, concluding the tour at the Marienplatz square with its famous clock tower. Munich, the capital of the state of Bavaria is famous for its Oktoberfest, which is annually celebrated in September. The afternoon is free to explore at your leisure. In the evening, you enjoy a traditional Bavarian dinner. Overnight in Munich (B)

Day 8
:
Munich - Berchtesgaden - Munich

After breakfast, we start our day excursion to Berchtesgaden. Berchtesgaden is a typicaltraditional Alpine village at the foot of Mount Watzmann. The region’s attractions include the salt mines, Lake Königssee and Obersalzberg with the Eagle’s Nest, once the site of Hitler’s mountain retreat. After a visit to the infamous Eagle’s Nest (depending on the weather conditions), you have time to take a boat tour on Lake Königssee (not included). In the afternoon, we return to Munich. Overnight in Munich (B)

Day 9
:
Munich - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Nuremberg

In the morning we travel to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Romantic Germany. Sightseeing tour of this lovely medieval town concluding with a Schneeballen (snow ball) tasting, a pastry considered the signature dish of Rothenburg. Next, we travel to Nuremberg. We visit Nuremberg’s historic city center and learn more about its impressive history with a tour of the well-preservedcastle, Gothic churches, romantic houses and peaceful squares. Overnight in Nuremberg (B)

Day 10
:
Nuremberg - Bamberg - Bayreuth - Nuremberg

We start the day with a visit to the city of Bamberg, which is famous for its beer and old town. The city impresses with buildings listed for preservation, medieval charm and baroque architecture. We continue to Bayreuth, which has the most beautiful preserved Baroque Theatre in Europe. The city is also famous for its Richard Wagner Festival. After a panoramic tour we return to Nuremberg. Overnight in Nuremberg (B)

Day 11
:
Nuremberg - Prague

In the morning transfer to the train station. You travel to Prague by bus (without guide). Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Prague is one of the most charming and beautiful cities in Europe. The historical capital of Bohemia offers a vast variety of cultural and culinary highlights. Accommodation at the Hotel Majestic Plaza****.

Day 12
:
Prague

Discover the capital of the Czech Republic. During this tour you see all of the most interesting historical sights of Prague - the Municipal House, Wenceslas Square, the National Museum, Charles Square followed by a ride along the beautiful riverside, across the River Vltava to Prague Castle. After a walk you return to the city centre to the Old Town Square. Here you can admire the Tyn Church, St. Nicholas Church and the Astronomical clock on the Old Town Hall where the tour terminates. Accommodation at the Hotel Majestic Plaza****

Included:

Transfer in from Frankfurt airport to your hotel (only on day 1 of the tour) Transfer out in Nuremberg to the train station Transfers in/out in Prague Bus ticket incl. seat reservation from Nuremberg to Prague Transportation by car, minivan or bus during day 1-10 English speaking tour guide during day 1-10 Accommodation at the hotels described or similar Daily buffet breakfast Visits and excursions as mentioned Welcome Dinner in Frankfurt, traditional Alsatian Lunch and typical regional dinner in Munich Rhine cruise with wine tasting Admission to the Castles of Heidelberg, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Visit of a cuckoo clock visitor center Visit of a local Black Forest farm with cheese tasting Visit of the Eagle’s Nest “snow ball” tasting in Rothenburg Regular City Circle tour of Prague with English speaking guide

Hotels:

The trip Fascinating Germany with Prague we booked with your agency proved to be a very smart decision. During this tour we were taken very good care of. The hotels were of very good standard with superb service. We were a little worried about our trip by public bus to Prague but it turned to be a very charming journey with nice views and not boring at all. Thank you for putting all our wishes together and arranging a marvelous holiday for us. Tom&Anna Brown

Hi, we have just returned from the trip in Germany. I have to say that it was a very efficient and delightful trip. The places we visited were very well chosen as well as the hotels we stayed at. German food is great everywhere. We loved the beautiful landscapes and the castles. However, I think that Neuschwanstein Castle is overestimated. We saw more impressive and authentic castles. All in all, it was a much appreciated trip. Thank you. Bernard Gotton

Hotels:

Included:

Transfer in from Frankfurt airport to your hotel (only on day 1 of the tour) Transfer out in Nuremberg to the train station Transfers in/out in Prague Bus ticket incl. seat reservation from Nuremberg to Prague Transportation by car, minivan or bus during day 1-10 English speaking tour guide during day 1-10 Accommodation at the hotels described or similar Daily buffet breakfast Visits and excursions as mentioned Welcome Dinner in Frankfurt, traditional Alsatian Lunch and typical regional dinner in Munich Rhine cruise with wine tasting Admission to the Castles of Heidelberg, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Visit of a cuckoo clock visitor center Visit of a local Black Forest farm with cheese tasting Visit of the Eagle’s Nest “snow ball” tasting in Rothenburg Regular City Circle tour of Prague with English speaking guide

Itinerary:

Day 1
:
Frankfurt

Arrival at Frankfurt airport and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure. Overnight in Frankfurt.

Day 2
:
Frankfurt - Rüdesheim - St. Goar - Frankfurt

After breakfast we travel to Rüdesheim. Short tour of the city‘s historic center. Next weboard a ship and sail along the most picturesque stretch of the Rhine: the Lorelei valley. During the cruise we enjoy a wine tasting. We disembark in St. Goar and return to Frankfurt. Overnight in Frankfurt (B)

Day 3
:
Frankfurt - Heidelberg - Baden-Baden - Freiburg

In the morning you travel to Heidelberg to visit the famous castle, followed by a tour ofthe historic city center. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelbergis Germany’s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. We travel to Baden- Baden, the former summer residence of the European nobility and worldwide known for its thermal baths. Then continue the tour to lovely Freiburg, famous for its beautiful church tower. Overnight in Freiburg (B)

Day 4
:
Freiburg - Colmar - Strasbourg - Freiburg

The Rhine River forms the natural border between Germany and France. After crossing the river we arrive in Colmar. This city is known for its outstanding wines and architectural heritage that reflect the long history of this region and the German andFrench influences. Enjoy a typical Alsatian Lunch. After that we continue to Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace. Sightseeing tour of the city. Being the base of several European institutions, Strasbourg is also a symbolic capital of Europe. In the afternoonwe return to Freiburg. Overnight in Freiburg (B)

Day 5
:
Freiburg - Lindau - Füssen

After breakfast we drive to the Black Forest and enjoy a short presentation on the cuckoo clock production. We continue to a small traditional Black Forest farm where we have a cheese tasting and you see the real Black Forest. After that we continue the tour to the small island of Lindau in Lake Constance, which offers spectacular views of the Alps. Depending on weather conditions, we will take the Alpine road from Lindau to Oberstaufen and Immenstadt to our final destination Füssen, the southernmostpoint on our tour of Romantic Germany. Overnight in Füssen (B)

We start the day with a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle, built by Ludwig II, the notorious “Mad King“. At midday, we travel to Oberammergau, famous for its Passion Play and lovely crafts.Along the way, we visit the Wieskirche Church and take a brief stop at the Ettal Benedictine Abbey before continuing the tour to visit Linderhof Castle. This is one of the three castles built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one where the king actually lived for a significant amount of time. Return and overnight in Füsse (B). **.

Day 7
:
Füssen - Munich

In the morning we travel to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. We visit the city’s main attractions, concluding the tour at the Marienplatz square with its famous clock tower. Munich, the capital of the state of Bavaria is famous for its Oktoberfest, which is annually celebrated in September. The afternoon is free to explore at your leisure. In the evening, you enjoy a traditional Bavarian dinner. Overnight in Munich (B)

Day 8
:
Munich - Berchtesgaden - Munich

After breakfast, we start our day excursion to Berchtesgaden. Berchtesgaden is a typicaltraditional Alpine village at the foot of Mount Watzmann. The region’s attractions include the salt mines, Lake Königssee and Obersalzberg with the Eagle’s Nest, once the site of Hitler’s mountain retreat. After a visit to the infamous Eagle’s Nest (depending on the weather conditions), you have time to take a boat tour on Lake Königssee (not included). In the afternoon, we return to Munich. Overnight in Munich (B)

Day 9
:
Munich - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Nuremberg

In the morning we travel to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Romantic Germany. Sightseeing tour of this lovely medieval town concluding with a Schneeballen (snow ball) tasting, a pastry considered the signature dish of Rothenburg. Next, we travel to Nuremberg. We visit Nuremberg’s historic city center and learn more about its impressive history with a tour of the well-preservedcastle, Gothic churches, romantic houses and peaceful squares. Overnight in Nuremberg (B)

Day 10
:
Nuremberg - Bamberg - Bayreuth - Nuremberg

We start the day with a visit to the city of Bamberg, which is famous for its beer and old town. The city impresses with buildings listed for preservation, medieval charm and baroque architecture. We continue to Bayreuth, which has the most beautiful preserved Baroque Theatre in Europe. The city is also famous for its Richard Wagner Festival. After a panoramic tour we return to Nuremberg. Overnight in Nuremberg (B)

Day 11
:
Nuremberg - Prague

In the morning transfer to the train station. You travel to Prague by bus (without guide). Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Prague is one of the most charming and beautiful cities in Europe. The historical capital of Bohemia offers a vast variety of cultural and culinary highlights. Accommodation at the Hotel Majestic Plaza****.

Day 12
:
Prague

Discover the capital of the Czech Republic. During this tour you see all of the most interesting historical sights of Prague - the Municipal House, Wenceslas Square, the National Museum, Charles Square followed by a ride along the beautiful riverside, across the River Vltava to Prague Castle. After a walk you return to the city centre to the Old Town Square. Here you can admire the Tyn Church, St. Nicholas Church and the Astronomical clock on the Old Town Hall where the tour terminates. Accommodation at the Hotel Majestic Plaza****

Day 13
:
Prague

Private transfer to the airport.

Notes:

Guaranteed departure dates with a minimum of 2 persons!

Testimonials:

The trip Fascinating Germany with Prague we booked with your agency proved to be a very smart decision. During this tour we were taken very good care of. The hotels were of very good standard with superb service. We were a little worried about our trip by public bus to Prague but it turned to be a very charming journey with nice views and not boring at all. Thank you for putting all our wishes together and arranging a marvelous holiday for us. Tom&Anna Brown

Hi, we have just returned from the trip in Germany. I have to say that it was a very efficient and delightful trip. The places we visited were very well chosen as well as the hotels we stayed at. German food is great everywhere. We loved the beautiful landscapes and the castles. However, I think that Neuschwanstein Castle is overestimated. We saw more impressive and authentic castles. All in all, it was a much appreciated trip. Thank you. Bernard Gotton